Simple Peanut Noodles

SERVES 3

INGRERDIENTS:

FOR THE SAUCE:
4 tbsp smooth peanut butter

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp soy sauce/tamari

1 1/2 tsp rice vinegar/lime juice

1/2 tsp ginger, grated

1/2 tsp tabasco

FOR THE NOODLES:
220g soba noodles/rice noodles/spaghetti

shiitake mushrooms

aubergine

red peppers

spring onions, finely sliced
sesame seeds
peanuts, crushed

METHOD:

1. Combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Add a little hot water, as necessary, to thin the sauce to desired consistency.
2. Cook the noodles according to package instructions.
3. Cook the mushrooms and aubergine in a pan over a medium heat until the mushrooms soften, then add the pepper and spring onions and cook for a few more minutes (or substitute other vegetables).
4. Toss the noodles in the peanut sauce, add the vegetables and serve warm or cold with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and peanuts.

Recipe from Love and Lemons